Every Visatam garment is thoughtfully created using carefully selected natural fabrics and delicate artisanal craftsmanship. Proper care helps preserve the beauty, colour depth, handwoven texture, embroidery, and longevity of your ethnic wear for seasons to come.
We recommend reading through these garment care instructions before laundering or storing your outfit. Following these mindful steps ensures your heirlooms retain their gentle lustre and grace.
Washing Instructions
- Professional dry cleaning is recommended for silk, handcrafted weaves, zari detailing, sequins, and fine festive garments.
- Hand wash pure cottons and daily-wear ethnic silhouettes separately in cold water.
- Use an eco-friendly, mild liquid detergent formulated specifically for delicate natural fabrics.
- Never use bleach, harsh stain removers, or aggressive optical brighteners.
- Avoid soaking natural hand-dyed garments for extended periods to prevent color bleeding.
Drying Instructions
- Always dry garments naturally in a shaded, well-ventilated area.
- Avoid direct exposure to harsh sunlight to prevent fabric fading and fiber dryness.
- Do not tumble dry artisanal ethnic garments.
- Ensure garments are completely dry to the touch before packing or storing.
Ironing Guidelines
- Iron on low to medium temperature settings suitable for natural fabrics.
- Always iron embroidered, embellished, or block-printed designs inside out from the reverse side.
- Use a thin cotton pressing cloth between the iron and delicate weaves.
- Gentle steam ironing is ideal for reviving the natural drape of fine sarees and festive kurtas.
Storage Tips
- Store garments in a cool, dark, and dry environment away from dampness.
- Neatly fold sarees and occasionally refold them along different lines to avoid permanent fabric creases.
- Store pure sarees and heritage sets inside breathable, pure cotton or muslin bags rather than synthetic covers.
- Avoid long-term storage in sealed plastic bags, as natural fibers need to breathe.
- Use padded hangers for heavy suits and sets to maintain shoulder alignment and silhouette shape.
Special Care for Embellishments
- Apply perfumes, deodorants, hair sprays, and cosmetics before wearing your outfit to avoid chemical contact.
- Handle zari borders, delicate hand-embroidery, and fine threads with gentle care while draping.
- Keep delicate weaves clear of sharp jewelry clasps, pins, or rough accessories that may snag fibers.
Colour & Weave Variations
Slight variations in shade, weave irregularity, or print motifs are authentic signatures of handcrafted and artisanal textiles. Subtle variations between studio photographs and physical pieces are natural and are a hallmark of artisanal uniqueness rather than a defect.
Before First Wear
- Gently steam or press your garment to relax any folds formed during transit.
- Inspect the garment gently upon unboxing and let the natural fibers air out.